There was an interesting event in the college this week, where I had the opportunity to meet a Japanese music group and a taste of Vietnamese food. The Fushu Daiko is a group which represents a Japanese art called "Japanese Taiko Drumming", but through the years they have developed their own version of this art and call it “American Taiko.” They played different songs to show us their music. The first song they played was dedicated to the memory of a man who helped to create this group, who passed away in June 27th, 2007. This music is very energetic, carrying emotional and spiritual tones, transforming it through the years making it more current. This is a very synchronized and organized group, and the way and timing they chose to play their instruments achieve perfect harmony. One of the members of this group is actually Japanese. She feels that being part of this group brings her closer to her culture.
We also had the opportunity to taste Vietnamese food. I found it to taste pretty much like any other Asian food except for the way the dishes were plating. I had some vegetables, chicken and fried rice, which were particularly delicious. The vegetables were cooked in an especial sauce that gave them n unique flavor. The fried rice and chicken were mixed with other ingredients, not as spicy as most of Asian food is, but yummy, nonetheless. I think the activity was a very interesting way for add experience a little bit of the Asian culture, particularly at it relate to Japan and Vietnam. 
Fushu Daiko. 2012. <http://www.fushudaiko.com/fushu-friends#!__fushu-friends/japanese-taiko-drumming>.
Really nice post !!!
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